Odd Man Out (1947)
Kernel Score: 82% · 224 ratings · Rated NR
Genres: Crime, Drama, Thriller
Released: 1947-01-30
Runtime: 116 minutes
Where to watch Odd Man Out
- Stream: The Criterion Channel, HBO Max
- Free with ads: Kanopy, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV, YouTube Free, Plex
- Rent: Prime Video
- Buy: Prime Video
US availability, updated 2026-10-23.
Overview
Belfast police conduct a door-to-door manhunt for an IRA gunman wounded in a daring robbery.
Odd Man Out parents' guide: ages 11+
Parents need to know that this crime thriller follows a wounded IRA gunman being hunted through Belfast, involving a robbery and a killing.
- Violence & scariness: Moderate — Includes a robbery, a shooting death, and a manhunt for a wounded gunman.
Fresh Kernels AI-assessed from the official NR rating, publicly documented content. A guide for families, not an official rating.
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Director
Cast
- James Mason as Johnny McQueen
- Robert Newton as Lukey
- Cyril Cusack as Pat
- F.J. McCormick as Shell
- Kathleen Ryan as Kathleen Sullivan
- William Hartnell as Fencie - the barman
- Fay Compton as Rosie
- W.G. Fay as Father Tom
- Denis O'Dea as Inspector
- Maureen Delaney as Theresa O'Brien
Odd Man Out FAQ
Is Odd Man Out good?
Odd Man Out has an 82% Kernel Score on Fresh Kernels from 224 audience ratings.
Where can I watch Odd Man Out?
In the US you can stream Odd Man Out on The Criterion Channel and HBO Max, watch it free with ads on Kanopy, Pluto TV, Shout! Factory TV, YouTube Free and Plex and rent it from Prime Video.
Is Odd Man Out OK for kids?
Odd Man Out is rated NR. Fresh Kernels suggests ages 11+. Parents need to know that this crime thriller follows a wounded IRA gunman being hunted through Belfast, involving a robbery and a killing.
What movies are like Odd Man Out?
If you liked Odd Man Out, try The Asphalt Jungle, Pickup on South Street, Stray Dog and The Long Good Friday.